Consider the Following Reaction at Equilibrium

question 44

Multiple Choice

Consider the following reaction at equilibrium. What effect will reducing the pressure of the reaction mixture have on the system? Xe(g) + 2F₂(g) ⇌ XeF₄(g)

• A) The reaction will shift in the direction of reactants.
• B) The equilibrium constant will increase.
• C) No effect will be observed.
• D) The reaction will shift in the direction of products.
• E) The equilibrium constant will decrease.

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